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Word Deduction: learn through an example
Read the aim of Word Deduction, then make your first move. Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
Practice with a purpose
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
The steps to play
- Enter five letters.
- Green marks the correct position; gold marks an available copy elsewhere.
- Grey means no matching unused copy.
- Use the feedback to solve.
Using the playing area
Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
An example to follow
With APPLE as the answer and ALLEE as the guess, the first A and final E are in the right places. The extra L and E are not both counted as present. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Consider the next action carefully.
Pay attention to this rule
Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer. A different version of the game may use a different rule. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
A few questions answered
As a new player, what is the goal of Word Deduction?
The key detail is this: Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Word Deduction?
Keep this in mind: Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter.
As a new player, what example helps explain Word Deduction?
The key detail is this: With APPLE as the answer and ALLEE as the guess, the first A and final E are in the right places. The extra L and E are not both counted as present.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Word Deduction?
For clarity: Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer.
For this browser game, what format does Word Deduction offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
When I return, which play mode does Word Deduction use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
On this playing page, where should I start with Word Deduction?
Here is the relevant explanation: Enter five letters.
For a quick reminder, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Word Deduction again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Word Deduction?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.